How to get from Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus?

From Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus

Take one direct bus from Newtonville to Waltham, MA in Waltham: take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Walnut St station to 691 Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus schedule from Newtonville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

21min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 553553
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Washington St @ Walnut St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Walnut St
    ID 7645
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    691 Main St
    ID 88334
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus via 59 and 558

To get from Newtonville to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 59 bus from Walnut St @ Washington St station to Watertown St @ Chapel St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Watertown St @ Chapel St station to Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Newtonville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

25min$5.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Walnut St @ Washington St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Watertown Square Via Needham St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watertown St @ Chapel St
    ID 8171
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newtonville to Waltham, MA

The distance between Newtonville and Waltham, MA is approximately 4.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Newtonville to Waltham, MA

To check the bus schedule from Newtonville to Waltham, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newtonville) and destination (Waltham, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Alternative route from Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus via 59 and 558

To get from Newtonville to Waltham, MA in Waltham, take the 59 bus from Walnut St @ Washington St station to Watertown St @ Chapel St station. Next, take the 558 bus from Watertown St @ Chapel St station to Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $5.95. The bus schedule from Newtonville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waltham, MA on the Moovit app.

25min$5.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - 558558
Walk to Waltham, MA
Leaves from Walnut St @ Washington St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Watertown Square Via Needham St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Watertown St @ Chapel St
    ID 8171
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Riverside
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carter St Opp Commuter Rail Station
    ID 88333
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waltham, MA
    Walk to
    Waltham, MA
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Bus line 553.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The alternative route takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 59, Bus line 558.

  • Is there a direct bus between Newtonville and Waltham, MA?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Newtonville in Newton to Waltham, MA in Waltham in 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The 553 bus line goes from Washington St @ Walnut St station near Newtonville in Newton to Roberts station near Waltham, MA in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newtonville to Waltham, MA by bus?

    The total travel time between Newtonville and Waltham, MA by bus is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Newtonville to get to Waltham, MA?

    Get on the 553 bus from the Washington St @ Walnut St stop near Newtonville in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Newtonville and Waltham, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Roberts stop, which is closest to Waltham, MA.

  • When is the first train from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The first train from Newtonville in Newton to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Newtonville station at 8:06 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The first bus from Newtonville in Newton to Waltham, MA in Waltham is Newton Corner - Roberts. It leaves the Washington St @ Walnut St stop at 4:45 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Newtonville to Waltham, MA?

    The ride from Newtonville to Waltham, MA costs $4.25.

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